The fancy dress and poster ball held at the
Drill Hall last evening in aid of the funds of the Pahiatua
District High School Committee was a remarkable success. There
was such a large gathering that the affair is considered to have
been the biggest of its kind held in Pahiatua. The hall presented
a very gay and animated appearance. Over 200 children took part,
besides the adults. The children executed several dances in a
graceful manner, and the spectacular effect was very fine. The
Grand March was particularly striking. The children spent a very
jolly time. A large number of very pretty dresses were worn and
the poster costumes also attracted considerable attention. The
takings amounted to 30pounds, which with the government subsidy,
will be increased to 60pounds. A splendid supper was provided by
the parents of the pupils of the school.

The chairman of the school committee, ( Mr
J D Wilson ) returned thanks to the headmaster ( Mr J Thomas )
who organised the carnival and to his staff and complimented them
upon the great success of the gathering.

The programme included some scotch reels,
and a Highland schottische. The pipers were Messrs J Williams and
R Burns, and bagpipe music was much to the fore. An exhibition of
club swinging was given by Miss Duke, Miss V Mahoney contributed
a vocal number, and Mr Cumming took part in the Highland events.
The pianist was Miss Tuckwell.

Following is the list of those
who handed in their names as appearing in fancy dress along with
costumes worn.:-